'Miracle' Lithograph
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Limited Edition of 500 Worldwide
Personally hand signed by: Entire 2000 Team
Authenticated & Certified by:
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Framed Size: 870mm x 630mm (approx)
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The last-minute miracle that stopped a nation
Remember the moment forever with this triumphant tribute to the Wallabies' stunning victory.
Saturday August 5, 2000 saw what many believe to be the greatest Test of all time, a cliff hanger until the very last minute, and a kick that left the crowd breathless and won Australia its 3rd consecutive Bledisloe Cup. All of this after the jaw-dropping theatre of the first Test at stadium Australia three weeks before won again at the last minute, but by the All Blacks.
The Miracle is a lasting memento of the magnificent 2000 Bledisloe Cup series, from the All Blacks' 3-tries-in-5-minutes opening onslaught, through to John Eales' electrifying last-ditch kick.
Superb action photographs, moment-by-moment
Ten classic action photographs bring the Game to life vividly, capturing the intense pressure of the unofficial battle for World Rugby supremacy between the two archrivals the mighty All Blacks and the awesome Wallabies.
The lower set of 5 colour plates was captured at the Stadium Australia thriller. Mortlock wrestles an opposing player to the ground, Larkham slips a deft inside pass, Jeremy Paul snatches the try to put Australia in the lead, Jonah Lomu responding with a trademark touchline stampede to claim back the lead in the last minute, as the desperate hand of Latham clutches thin air. And finally, the All Blacks, fists in the air celebrating!
The top group of 5 is from the Wellington arm-wrestle. Mark Connors tears the ball from the sky, John Eales coolly pots the goal that won the Cup, followed by sheer jubilation and the raising of the Bledisloe for the third consecutive year.
Accompanying text lists all the statistical details, describes the events depicted and lists every wallaby player from both games.
Personally signed by the victorious team 25 signatures
The centrepiece showcases the heroes Australia's Wallaby squad a lively, richly expressive photograph of a bunch of supremely happy winners. The photo is hand signed in gold by every member of the winning team whether they played in one game or both along with coach Macqueen. Additionally, there is a numbered reference table that identifies each signature.
Impressive presentation, finely crafted framing
The Miracle is handsomely mounted and framed to enhance its impact in your home or office. The solid timber frame has been custom-designed and crafted in Legends Genuine Memorabilia's studio, under stringent standards of quality control. As creators of valuable sports collectables, our craftsmen are dedicated to ensuring that the integrity and exclusivity of our collectibles are rigorously maintained.
An enduring symbol
Far more than mere striking décor, this unique commemorative piece will be an ongoing source of pleasure and pride, to share with your family, friends and colleagues. Just consider, only 500 rugby fans will ever own this remarkable record of what many believe to be the most amazing Rugby Union Test series ever played, anywhere!
A strictly limited edition of only 500
The Miracle is issued in an edition of only 500. Each piece is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity and Limitation issued by the major independent accounting firm of PricewaterhouseCoopers, who attended each of the 7 signing sessions held in Cheltenham U.K., Canberra, Sydney and Brisbane.